EHS Specialist II

Calpine Corporation is Americas largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean efficient modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984 Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental addition its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earths surface to produce clean renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for complex technical work in a wide range of environmental health and safety disciplines to achieve compliance with the organizations EHS standards and with federal and state regulatory requirements. Reviews interprets and advises management on complex safety problems. Has complete understanding of safety principles concepts practices standards and regulations. Reviews plant safety procedures and make recommendations for updates according to laws and regulations and good power plant practices. Investigates accidents injuries and complaints concerning hazards or uncomfortable conditions in the work place. Recommends improvements in processes design procedures and operating equipment to minimize the hazardous potential. Develops and conducts employee training emergency preparedness and quality assurance programs. Prepares and maintains all necessary environmental compliance documents and records. Coordinates the timely renewal of all permits stack tests boiler inspections etc. May serve as the key safety/environmental position in small field or plant locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Solid working knowledge.
• Experienced professional with full understanding of job company and industry practices.
• Performs in fully-functioning capacity equivalent to a journey level contributor.
• Makes decisions regarding own work often in ambiguous situations; makes recommendations regarding own function/discipline.
• Solves operational problems and associated technical issues; modifies existing tools techniques or processes.
• Works on problems of moderate complexity.
• Uses independent judgment within defined policies and practices. Interprets guidelines select methods techniques and analytical approach.
• Little instruction on day-to-day work general instructions on new assignments.
• May be designated project or technical lead for an ongoing process or short-term project within own department.
• Information sharing gives and receives information such as options technical direction instruction and reporting results.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree or higher preferably in Engineering or Science.
• Requires 3 years experience in EHS preferably in the power generation industry.
• Ability to travel overnight 25% of the time.

Salary Information

• Salary Range - $112719.00 - $143717.00

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities Females Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
• Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position please send an e-mail with your request to . Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

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